🌟 Cleaning & Care
🧼 How to Care for Your Handmade Pieces
Every material I use is chosen for strength, comfort and everyday practicality — and with a little simple care, your items will stay looking beautiful for years.
Below you’ll find clear, easy cleaning guides for paracord, Biothane, faux leather, webbing and grosgrain ribbon.
Everything is written to be quick, gentle and pet‑friendly.
Paracord Cleaning:
🧺 Machine Washing
•❄️ Cold cycle only
•🚫 Avoid hot or warm water
•🧦 Use a lingerie bag or pillowcase
•🌬️ No tumble drying
🧼 Hand Washing
•🫧 Dish soap + warm water
•🪥 Soft toothbrush for gentle scrubbing
•💧 Rinse thoroughly
•🌤️ Air dry only
🌿 Removing Odours
•🍶 Diluted white vinegar soak
•🧴 Enzyme cleaner for stubborn smells
•💦 Rinse well afterwards
🌞 Drying Paracord
•🌬️ Air dry flat or hanging
•☀️ Sunlight helps kill bacteria
•🔥 Avoid radiators or dryers
📝 Extra Tips
•⚪ Bleach only safe on white cord
•✨ Oxy‑clean for stubborn dirt
•🔄 Regular cleaning keeps colours bright
Biothane Cleaning:
🧽 Everyday Cleaning
•💦 Wipe with a wet cloth
•🚿 Rinse under running water
•🧹 Light scrub removes dirt quickly
🚫 No Odour Absorption
•🐕🦺 Great for active dogs
•🌧️ Doesn’t absorb water or smells
•🧼 Even strong smells wash off easily
🧼 Deep Cleaning
•🫧 Mild soap (like Dawn)
•💧 Rinse thoroughly
•🧻 Air dry or towel dry
⚠️ Care Tips
•🚫 Avoid harsh chemicals
•🧴 Stick to mild soap + water
•🔄 Regular wipe‑downs keep it looking new
Soft Faux Leather Cleaning:
🧽 Everyday Cleaning
•🧴 Wipe with a soft cloth
•💦 Mild soap + water
•🧼 Non‑abrasive cleaners •🧻 Pat dry — don’t soak •No conditioning needed
•Avoid oily or waxy products •Gentle cleaning keeps the surface smooth
⚠️ What to Avoid
•🚫 Harsh chemicals
•🚫 Alcohol wipes
•🚫 Abrasive sponges
•🚫 Soaking
•🌬️ Air dry naturally
•☀️ Indirect sunlight only
• Avoid heat sources
🧽 Everyday Cleaning
•💦 Wipe with a damp cloth
•🧼 Mild soap + water
•🧹 Soft brush for textured webbing
•🚿 Rinse well
🌧️ After Muddy Walks
•Rinse under lukewarm water
•Let mud soften before scrubbing
•Avoid harsh scrubbing
Webbing Cleaning:
🌞 Drying Webbing
•🌬️ Air dry only
•☀️ Sunlight is fine
•🔥 Avoid radiators or dryers
📝 Extra Tips
•🚫 No bleach
•✨ Diluted oxy‑type cleaners are fine
•🔄 Regular wipe‑downs keep it fresh
Grosgrain Ribbon Cleaning:
🧼 Gentle Cleaning
•🫧 Hand wash only
•💦 Cool water + mild soap
•🪥 Soft toothbrush for ribbing
•🚿 Rinse thoroughly
🌸 Spot Cleaning
•Dab with mild soap solution
•Avoid heavy rubbing
•Blot dry
🌞 Drying Grosgrain
•🌬️ Air dry flat
•🧺 Lay on a towel
•☀️ Avoid direct sunlight
📝 Extra Tips
•🚫 No machine washing
•🚫 No tumble drying
•🚫 No bleach
•🔄 Gentle cleaning keeps ribbon crisp
💗 A Little Care Goes a Long Way:
All of these materials are chosen because they’re strong, practical and easy to maintain.
A quick wipe‑down after muddy walks and the occasional deeper clean will keep everything looking beautiful and performing well.